Grounds Technician I

Westminster at Lake Ridge; Lake Ridge (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term 

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Paid Holidays

Educational and US CitizenshipScholar-

Onsite CPR Training

Certified Dementia Practitioner (CTP)

Well-Being Model

Daily Pay (UKG Wallet)

Free Pool and Fitness Center Access

Training and Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Westminster at Lake Ridge in Lake Ridge, VA is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain the community grounds, handle snow removal, and support residents with professional service.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and on-site training. You will perform basic grounds work, coordinate with the Property Management team, and help uphold the community’s high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• More than six months of general maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions; clear verbal and written communication.
• Strong customer service skills and cooperative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Basic Grounds Maintenance: obtain and complete daily orders from the Assistant Director of Property Management within 48 hours.
• Lawn duties: watering, weeding, trash removal, limb removal; transport trash to disposal locations.
• Snow removal: clear parking lots, walkways, and entrances; apply salt and sand for safety.
• Plant, trim, prune, and shape trees and shrubs; mulch replacement; landscape new areas as directed.
• Clean, paint, or maintain exterior signs and parking areas; keep work areas safe and sanitary.
• Collaborate with other community divisions as needed; uphold ARISE values in all interactions.

Skills

General maintenance

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Looking for Grounds Technician to work in our senior living community in Lake Ridge, VA

Wage starting at $13.50 commensurate with experience

Full Time Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
• Paid Holidays
• Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
• Onsite CPR Training
• Certified Dementia Practitioner Training *
• Well-Being Model
• Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from residents
• UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
• Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Tickets to Work
• Pet Insurance
*Available for select employees

About Westminster at Lake Ridge

Westminster at Lake Ridge is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community serving older adults in three levels of service: Independent Living, Assisted Living, and a Health Center. Our team of roughly 270 total employees serves a population of over 400 total residents on 62 acres that back up to the Occoquan reservoir. Westminster at Lake Ridge is certified as a Great Place to Work. We are CARF Certified, and Sage certified.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), more than six (6) months of general maintenance experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Incumbent should be able to apply practical knowledge and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, strong customer service skills, and always be available. All employees are expected to uphold our ARISE values— Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Excellence—guiding our behavior, decisions, and service to others with purpose and integrity.

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for basic grounds maintenance within the Westminster at Lake Ridge community and snow removal. Other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Basic Grounds Maintenance

Provides basic grounds maintenance throughout the Westminster community and obtains all written or verbal orders from the Assistant Director of Property Management on a daily basis.

• Obtains daily maintenance orders from the Assistant Director of Property Management and completes all orders within 48 hours. Completes all work order paperwork and returns to the Assistant Director of Property Management
• Performs outside lawn duties to include watering, picking weeds, trash removal, and limb removal. Transports all trash from lawn duty to the appropriate disposal location.
• Removes snow from all parking lots, walkways, and entrances during inclement weather. Lays salt and sand after snow removal to ensure the safety of all residents, staff and visitors.
• Plant, trim, prune, and shape various trees, bushes, and shrubs. Landscape new grounds areas and repair damaged grounds areas as directed. Replace the mulch.
• Clean, paint, or maintain exterior signs, parking lot and covered parking as directed.
• Maintain wok areas in a safe and sanitary condition which may include, but is not limited to, picking up trash, cleaning up spills, around work area and other areas as assigned.
• May be assigned to work with the other community's divisions (Maintenance/Refurb, Security or Housekeeping) as needed.

Performance and Professionalism

Maintains professional presence when representing Westminster at Lake Ridge; exhibits degree of professionalism consistent with standards in performance, behavior, and appearance.

• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy at all times according to policies and procedures; uses discretion when discussing confidential matters.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior with residents, families, co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, and other department staff.
• Maintains positive working relationships with management and coworkers; willingly follows directions and requests as appropriate.
• Exhibits professional standards through appearance and demeanor consistent personnel standards.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of work assignments and performs in a manner to meet quality and timeliness objectives.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures; seeks clarification or interpretation from appropriate supervisor when needed.
• Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in all relations with others.

Professional Development

Demonstrates professional development/skills competency in all activities.

• Participates in in-service, projects, or committees as assigned.
• Maintains all certifications necessary for employment.
• Demonstrates flexibility, open mindedness, and versatility in adjusting to changing environments and requirements as necessary.
• Commits to continually improving his/her skills through participation in education opportunities whether offered on the job, within, or outside of the community, to increase knowledge of work-related issues.
• Maintains a current knowledge of federal, state and other regulations applicable to the job.

Safety & Security

Complies with Inglesideestablished safety rules and practices.

• Complies with applicable safety policies and procedures as prescribed by the organization, as well as government regulations.
• Reports any potential safety hazard(s) immediately to supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
• Reports any injury of resident, visitor, or employee immediately to supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
• Provides assistance to residents, visitors, or employee in an emergency situation; following the proper emergency procedures.

ARISE Values Uphold our ARISE values—Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Excellence which guide our behavior, decisions, and service to others with purpose and integrity.

• Accountability – Takes responsibility for actions, honors commitments, and holds oneself to high standards of conduct.
• Respect – Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and a genuine appreciation for the dignity and diversity of others.
• Innovation – Contributes continuous improvement by embracing new ideas, technologies, and ways of working.
• Stewardship – Protects and wisely uses resources entrusted to them for the benefit of the organization and its stakeholders.
• Excellence – Strives to exceed expectations through quality, attention to detail, and commitment to personal and team success.

EEO Statement

As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Travel Required

No .

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Ability to work outdoors in all seasons

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's Lic

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